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The Use of Digital Twins to Optimize Operations

I first came across the concept of a digital twin when I learned, many years ago, how to use CadSim software,...

Recent Canadian developments in decarbonizing pulp and paper mills

Over 140 countries have adopted net-zero pledges by 2050.

A brief history and outlook of zero-liquid-discharge paper mills

Before the 1970s, the pulp and paper industry was a major consumer of fresh water and generator of waste water.

FPInnovations, QWEB, and Canada Wood offer webinar on market diversification

FPInnovations will present a joint webinar with QWEB and Canada Wood on market diversification, ...

Members benefit from our information-sharing webinars

Research Information Sharing and Feedback (RISF) webinars are offered to FPInnovations’ members ...

New national Centre of Excellence for advancing and mobilizing wildland fire knowledge

The federal government has announced the launch of the Wildfire Resilience Consortium of Canada (WRCC)...

Forestry Can’t Be Left Behind in Canada–U.S. Trade Discussions

With over 200,000 direct jobs at stake, sector calls on the Government of Canada to bring the same urgency to lumber as it has to steel, aluminum, and energy. 

The Imposition of Additional U.S. Duties on Canadian Forestry Products Is Unjustified

Canadian Forest Product Sector responds to outcome of U.S.Section 232 investigation 

Community Champions receive national recognition for leadership in forestry

Member of Parliament Gord Johns, Mayor Spencer Coyne, and Mayor Crystal McAteer receive the 2025 Jim Carr Forest Community Champion Award. 

New guidance document for the Ecosystem Services Procedure

The Guidance for Demonstrating Ecosystem Services Impacts (FSC-GUI-30-006a V2-0 - also known as Ecosystem Services Guidance) has been published.

Join us for a webinar on Wellness and Beauty and FSC

Join FSC US and FSC Canada on September 18 for an introductory webinar on how FSC can benefit the beauty and wellness industries. 

Only 15 days left until FSC Forest Week begins! Register today!

FSC Licence Holders can register here to take part in the campaign. 

To be recyclable or not to be recyclable? That is the question.

The current transformation of the paper industry involves the creation of new products.

A tornado struck Innofibre. Did you know that?

In early 2020, Innofibre installed a new pulper in its pilot plant. The pulper, manufactured by Bolton-Emerson, is called Tornado. 

Innofibre Takes Part in the National Bioeconomy Campaign

As a recognized research center, Innofibre – Cellulosic Innovation Centre is actively participating in the national campaign to promote the bioeconomy in Canada.

Why the Global Plastics Treaty Matters for Canada’s Packaging Industry

After nearly three years of negotiations, the sixth round of talks on a global plastics treaty concluded on August 15 in Switzerland. 

Beyond the Headlines: Context on Ontario’s Proposed Blue Box Changes

The Ontario government recently proposed amendments to the province’s Blue Box Regulation, triggering swift reactions from stakeholders. 

It Was Never About the Straws

Every so often, a new packaging item ends up with a bull’s-eye on its back. One year it’s plastic bags.

Overview of the Global Pulp and Paper Market in Q2 2025

As the global pulp and paper sector moves through 2025, one thing has become clear: resilience isn’t just a buzzword - it’s a survival strategy.

The Continuing Effects of Trade Tensions on Pulp and Paper Markets

Since the onset of the Trump-era trade wars, tariffs and trade tensions have become a defining characteristic of US economic policy...

UPM to Cease Paper Output at Kaukas and Ettringen Mills

UPM will end paper production at Kaukas (Finland) and Ettringen (Germany) paper mills, ...